{"product_id":"lettre-manuscrite-ancienne-marseille-1950s-avec-enveloppe-correspondance-intime","title":"Old handwritten letter Marseille 1950s with envelope, intimate correspondence","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld handwritten letter, accompanied by its original envelope, sent to Marseille in the 1950s-1960s. The set includes two folded sheets, covered with cursive blue ink writing, as well as an envelope franked with a red stamp and a partially legible postmark. The handwritten address on the envelope reads \"Monsieur Serge Jullien, 341 rue Paradon, MARSEILLE (Bdu)\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe letter, written on cream paper with a slight visible texture, testifies to a personal and intimate exchange, typical of private correspondence in the mid-20th century. The text, carefully aligned on the page, features regular and legible writing, revealing a familiar and affectionate tone. Several paragraphs are visible, addressing personal and daily themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe envelope, of classic rectangular format, bears the printed mention \"VALLÉE DES GORGES DU BLAVET SITES TOURISTIQUES\", as well as a dated postmark (partially visible) and a vintage stamp. The edges of the envelope show slight traces of handling, with no major apparent tears on the visible side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe paper of the sheets shows a characteristic patina of time, with slight folding marks and some micro-creases at the corners. No significant missing parts or tears are visible on the exposed side. The blue writing remains clear, without noticeable smudging, and the lines are well spaced for easy reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe set is presented on an old desk background, evoking the atmosphere of personal correspondence from the mid-20th century. The scene highlights the authentic charm of vintage stationery, ideal for illustrating daily life and intimate exchanges of a bygone era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Traces of use, patina of time, folding marks and small wear visible on the paper and envelope. No major tears or stains apparent on the visible sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Personal handwritten letters were at the heart of social life until the 1970s, constituting a unique testimony to the relationships, language, and habits of an era. Postal delivery with a stamp and postmark often allows for precise dating of the correspondence and identification of historical postal routes, as here between Provence and Marseille.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging by a professional seller, for a confident reception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: old handwritten letter, intimate correspondence, vintage envelope, cursive writing, antique stationery, Marseille mail, 50s, paper letter, epistolary document, French letter, old handwriting, sentimental letter\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54325465710919,"sku":"EBAY-316862793418","price":6.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_153b1f50-3578-42d6-8635-6f9108baeb2a.jpg?v=1783768079","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/lettre-manuscrite-ancienne-marseille-1950s-avec-enveloppe-correspondance-intime","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}